This Northern Costa Rica city is known for its volcanoes (both active and inactive), the Catholic church Ermita de La Agonía, and the Museo del Sabanero.

Greece is a country where layers of history sit side by side with everyday life. In Athens, visitors can stand at the foot of the Acropolis and look up at the Parthenon, built more than 2,400 years ago, then walk a few blocks to modern cafes buzzing with conversation and music. The city’s neighborhoods, like Plaka and Monastiraki, offer both ancient ruins and small family-run shops selling handmade sandals and olive oil soap.

Located in southern France it is known as the "Oxford of France" for it famous medical university

Mississippi, a state rich in history and culture, offers a unique blend of Southern charm and historic significance. For those drawn to natural beauty, Mississippi's landscape is a tapestry of rolling hills, dense forests, and scenic rivers.

The principal attraction of this suburb south of Los Angeles (on I-5) is that remarkable entertainment machine, Disneyland. Even adults will delight in this theme park, and there's now an element of nostalgia for many parents -- they first went there when they were children.